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Musée ilnu de Mashteuiatsh - Kanuelitamakanitshuap

Region
Saguenay—Lac-Saint-Jean
City
Mashteuiatsh
Immerse yourself in a culture that’s been around for millenia at the Mashteuiatsh museum and historic site. Learn about the Pekuakamiulnuatsh way of living from local guides and through the permanent exhibition, explore the boreal forest at the Nutshimitsh outdoor site and take part in a workshop.
Accessible to people with a disability
Map and contact information

Dates

Jan. 7 - Sept. 12, 2026

Date to be confirmed

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Rates

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Contact information

1787, rue Amishk, Mashteuiatsh, Québec, Canada, G0W 2H0
418 275-4842 (107)+1 844 844-4842 (107)https://museeilnu.ca/

Vehicle and Parking Services

  • Signed access (blue signs)
  • Free parking
  • Parking for buses
  • Parking for motor homes (RV)

Permanent exhibitions

  • Tshilanu Ilnuatsh / Nous, les Ilnuatsh
    Discover the Pekuakamiulnuatsh culture and way of life through the seasons in this immersive exhibition. Let Kukum (grandmother) and Mushum (grandfather) guide you through the traditional activities associated with each season. Soundtracks, videos, photos, texts and fun activities will also complement your visit. Winner of the 2020 Canadian Museums Association Award of Excellence.
  • Site Nutshimitsh, dans la forêt
    Artists: Thomas Siméon, Sophie Kurtness
    With 3200 square metres dedicated to the protection and conservation of biodiversity, our outdoor site offers a unique immersive experience, where visitors explore and discover the species of trees, plants and shrubs unique to the Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean region. Accompanied by an experienced guide, you'll have the opportunity to discover the ties that bind us, the Pekuakamiulnuatsh, to this vast territory.

Recreational / cultural activities

  • Conference
  • Films, projection
  • Guided tour
  • Legends
  • Native culture interpretation
  • Nature interpretation/observation
  • Self-guided tour
  • Virtual reality experience

Services

  • Interactive information kiosk
  • Boutique
  • Wireless internet

Restaurant and food services

  • Picnic area

Accessibility

Eligible customers

  • Adults
  • Teens
  • Children
  • Groups
  • Minimum age required: 0

Groups

  • Tours : in french
  • Tours : in english
  • Possible off-season opening
  • Group rates

Available facilities

  • Bicycle rack
  • Changing-room
  • Interpretation panels
  • Walking path
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